Four Tracks. More Options. 
With four tracks, 32-bit float recording, advanced X/Y mics and 2 XLR/TRS inputs, creators have more ways to record their music, podcasts, and audio-for-video.

More Dynamic Range
With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H4essential captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high-quality, clip-free audio in every take.

The First Recorders With Accessibility
The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.*

Sound Pressure Level
The 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs feature Zoom’s ultra-clean preamps that supports phantom power and +4dBu professional line level input. The onboard X/Y microphones can capture sound up to a thunderous 130 dB SPL, equivalent to a rock concert.

Record And Stream
Stream in 32-bit float while simultaneously recording to an SD card. When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C Port, the H4essential can be used as a 4-in/2-out audio interface.

Mix. Monitor. Record.
Use the built-in mixer to easily adjust each track’s audio level. It also has a waveform display so you can see your audio as it records.

ESSENTIAL FOR CREATORS

Big Stage Sound For Musicians
The H4essential is perfect for recording music. With 2 XLR/TRS inputs and the stereo X/Y microphones it's easy to record live shows, rehearsals and songs.

Location Sound
The XLR inputs can be used to capture on-set dialogue and audio for sound design. The onboard X/Y microphones are perfect for recording ambience.

For Interviews And Podcasts
Podcasters can use the H4essential’s XLR inputs with external mics for one-on-one conversations and the X/Y mics for interviews on-the-go.

NEW CONNECTIONS

Pair With Your Ios Device
Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter to pair with your iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.

Bluetooth Timecode Sync
With the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter you can also pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video sync.

*Please note: BTA-1 Adapter not included

Features

• Soft Touch Controls: Recording and rotary controls have been designed to allow for quiet operation.
• Built-In Speaker : You can use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.
• In And Out: Use the 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera. The H4essential also features a 3.5mm mic/line input. 
• Brilliant Color Display: The new, vivid full-color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H4essential’s menu and functions.
• High Capacity Storage: The H4essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio.

Specifications

Input and output channels	Inputs	Built-in mic (stereo)	1
		XLR/TRS	2
		MIC/LINE IN	1
	Outputs	Headphones	1
		Built-in speaker (mono)	1
Inputs	Built-in mic	90º XY stereo format
		Directionality	Unidirectional
		Sensitivity	–43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
		Maximum sound pressure input	130 dB SPL
	XLR/TRS	Connector	XLR/TRS combo jacks ×２
			(XLR：2 HOT TRS：TIP HOT）
		Input gain	Adjustment unnecessary
		Input impedance	XLR : 3 kΩ or more TRS : 3 kΩ or more
		Maximum input level	XLR : +4 dBu TRS : +24 dBu
		Phantom power	+48 V
			Channel total 10 mA or less
		Equivalent input noise	-120 dBu or less（IHF-A) @150 Ω input
	MIC/LINE IN	Connector	Stereo mini jack ×1
	（supports plug-in power）	Input gain	Adjustment unnecessary
		Input impedance	2 kΩ or more
Outputs	Headphones	Connector	Stereo mini jack ×1
		Maximum output level	20 ｍW + 20 ｍW（into 32 Ω load）
		Output impedance	15 Ω or less
	Built-in speaker		250 mW 8 Ω mono speaker
Recorder		Maximum simultaneous recording tracks	4
		Maximum simultaneous playback tracks	4
		Recording formats	WAV
			44.1/48/96 kHz,
			32-bit float mono/stereo
			BWF and iXML formats supported
		Recording media	4-32GB cards compatible with the
			microSDHC specification
			64GB–1TB cards compatible with the
			microSDXC specification
Display			2.0-inch full-color LCD（360 x 240)
USB	Connector		USB Type-C
			• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
			USB bus power is supported.
	USB Mic		USB2.0 High Speed
			44.1/48 kHz
			24-bit /32-bit float
			4-in/2-out
	File transfer		USB2.0 High Speed
Remote			Dedicated wireless adapter（ZOOM BTA-1）
Power			4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or
			lithium)
			AC adapter（ZOOM AD-17）：DC 5V/1A
			• USB bus power is supported.
Estimated continuous operation times using	2-track recording (built-in		Alkaline batteries: about 9 hours
batteries	XY mic), 48 kHz/32-bit float,		NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 14 hours
• These values are approximate.	phantom power off, no		Lithium batteries: about 20 hours
• Continuous battery operation times were	headphones, no remote,
determined using in-house testing methods.	display power saving on
They will vary greatly according to use
conditions.
Power consumption			3 W maximum
Dimensions			66.9 mm (W) × 156.1 mm (D) × 38.0　mm (H)
Weight (including batteries)			226g